Rausch Sturm LLP · 4 months ago
Associate Attorney-Texas (DFW, Waco, Lubbock, Midland, El Paso)
Texas Dallas, Dallas, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yrRausch Sturm LLP is a creditor's rights law firm seeking an Associate Attorney for the Dallas Fort Worth, Waco, Lubbock, Midland, or El Paso areas in Texas. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for litigating debt collection matters and engaging in risk analysis and strategy development.
ComplianceFinancial ServicesLegal
Responsibilities
Represents clients in pre-suit and post-judgement matters
Reviews correspondence and file information to determine if lawsuit or motion appropriate for filing
Reviews answers and prepares responses to discovery and dispositive motions
Manages all aspects of preparing for and appearing as counsel at hearings and trials
Attends court settings throughout the state of Texas through virtual appearances
Attends physical court settings as needed in courts in close proximity
Provides analysis and advises on legal and regulatory risks
Writes, reviews, and edits reports, opinions, correspondence, and other documents
Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Background in litigation
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws with experience in collection law and/or courtroom experience
Ability to work independently
Managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment is required
Requires a JD in law
Bar admission in Texas
Attorney bar license in Texas (Required)
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hand to type, handle, or touch objects
Regularly required to stand and walk, and may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities
Preferred
Knowledge of the FDCPA/FCRA/TCPA is a plus
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Rausch Sturm LLP
WHAT WE DO: For over 45 years, Rausch Sturm LLP has been nationally recognized as a full-service account receivables management law firm.
Founded in 1977
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jen Rodgers
Chief Financial Officer
Kenneth R. Wake, JD, MBA
Global Chief Compliance Officer
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